Concerns about proposed job losses at Tata steelworks in Port Talbot have led to employee mental health deteriorating due to the uncertainty surrounding the proposed changes. The company is considering restructuring plans that will entail investing £1.25bn in greener technology. The restructuring process, however, will lead to the loss of thousands of jobs during the… Continue reading Tata job losses starting to feel real, says Port Talbot employee
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Lambeth Country Show: Woman has life-threatening injuries in ride malfunction
A funfair ride at the Lambeth Country Show in south London malfunctioned on Saturday, injuring four people, two of whom sustained potentially life-threatening injuries. The injured were taken to major trauma centres. A man in his 50s and an 11-year-old girl were also injured but had since been discharged from hospital. One of the fairground… Continue reading Lambeth Country Show: Woman has life-threatening injuries in ride malfunction
Thousands turn out for Northampton Saints' Premiership title parade
Northampton Saints’ victory parade drew thousands of fans on Sunday. The Premiership title win was secured by the club during a game against Bath at Twickenham on Saturday. The celebratory open-top bus parade started at Cinch Stadium and made its way through the town centre before finishing at the Guildhall. Fans, who arrived early to… Continue reading Thousands turn out for Northampton Saints' Premiership title parade
Ross travel expenses allegations 'significant' – Swinney
The leader of the Scottish Conservative party, Douglas Ross, is being accused of potential misuse of public funds by using Westminster expenses to travel for his job as a football linesman. If the allegations, which were reported in the Sunday Mail, are accurate they amount to a serious misuse of public money. John Swinney, Scotland’s… Continue reading Ross travel expenses allegations 'significant' – Swinney
Irish elections: Sinn Féin under pressure
Counting has begun for the European and local council elections in Ireland. Sinn Féin, the main opposition party, is expected to have more councillors elected to local authorities, but not as many as it desired. A senior Sinn Féin politician has informed the media that the party is not expected to receive the result it… Continue reading Irish elections: Sinn Féin under pressure
Walleys Quarry landfill stench complaints hit 1,000 in a month
Despite the suspension of waste deliveries, complaints regarding a landfill site’s pungent odours remain high, recent data has shown. There were over 1,000 complaints submitted to either Newcastle-under-Lyme Borough Council or the Environment Agency (EA) throughout May regarding Walleys Quarry. Neighbouring residents have frequently filed complaints over the past number of years. The EA ordered… Continue reading Walleys Quarry landfill stench complaints hit 1,000 in a month
Nine held after knife attack on two men in Bristol
Police have reported that nine people have been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder following a knife attack in Easton which left two men with injuries. The assault occurred near Rawnsley Park in Bristol just before 4:40 am. Both men in their 20s were hospitalised with knife wounds, one in a serious condition. A police… Continue reading Nine held after knife attack on two men in Bristol
Nigel Farage defends claim Sunak 'doesn't understand our culture'
After the recent D-Day commemorations, Nigel Farage has received criticism for his comments regarding Rishi Sunak’s early departure. Farage stated that Sunak’s decision signalled he is not in touch with the British people and failed to grasp the importance of patriotism in the country. Sunak, who apologized for his early departure, faced backlash from MPs… Continue reading Nigel Farage defends claim Sunak 'doesn't understand our culture'
Michael Mosley: Body found in Symi search for missing presenter
The Greek island of Symi has been shaken after the discovery of a body during the search for TV and radio presenter Dr Michael Mosley. The 67-year-old disappeared last week after going for a walk from Agios Nikolaos beach. The as-yet unidentified remains were found in a rocky area adjacent to Agia Marina beach over… Continue reading Michael Mosley: Body found in Symi search for missing presenter
Deptford stabbing: Police name victim as Robert Robinson
Police have named 21-year-old Robert Robinson, who was fatally stabbed in south-east London on Thursday night. The Metropolitan Police described his killing as a “horrific crime” and appealed to the public to assist them in finding his killers. The incident occurred on Carteret Way in Deptford at around 10:35 pm. Two men aged 50 and… Continue reading Deptford stabbing: Police name victim as Robert Robinson